Yeah, that was when bitcoin was going up more than 10% a day lol so it really was not even generous of them. Its a totally secure payment method and they were making extra money even with the discount. I don't blame UGL's for not wanting to accept bitcoin right now, its value seems to be going down on the daily. By the time they see you sent them money it could be worth far less than the order and its not like they can ask you to send more money when something like that happens
Like i said, check out coinbase.com. Can buy instantly with a credit card. I am guessing your lab is one of the few not accepting EMT transfers? Or, you just aren't cool with that method of payment?